The White Lotushas itsreplacement for Jennifer Coolidge, solidified months after season 3 aired.The White Lotusseason 3’s castwas the show’s biggest yet, with more groups of characters to follow and more all-star actors than ever. That said, it notably lacked Jennifer Coolidge’s Tanya, after she perished in the season 2 finale.
The White Lotusseason 3 wasn’t without its returning characters, with Natasha Rothwell’s Belinda and Jon Gries' Greg both returning, providing some overarching tissue.Even without Jennifer Coolidge, Tanya’s story was still prevalentin the new season, contributing to some of the most notable twists and turns in the season.
Parker Posey’s Emmy Nomination Further Cements Her As The White Lotus' New Jennifer Coolidge Replacement
Parker Posey Could Be The White Lotus' New Lead
Jennifer Coolidge is irreplaceable, but if anyone is going to fill the void she left behind, it’s Parker Posey’s Victoria Ratliff. Anyone whohas seenThe White Lotusseason 3 should be able to vividly imagine her pronunciation of “Piper, nooooo!”, which speaksto the unforgettable characterization the veteran actress provided.
The White Lotusseason 3 continues the show’s reputation as an Emmys juggernaut, with a total of 23 nominations. This includesSupporting Actress in a Drama nominations for Carrie Coon, Natasha Rothwell, and, of course, Parker Posey. The award nomination further solidifies Posey’s astounding success in the series.
Victoria Ratliff already had some humorous comparisons to Tanya, given their roles in their respective seasons' stories, andParker Posey was a great fan favorite that fans want back for more seasons. Especially givenThe White Lotusseason 3’s ending, the Ratliffs would be fascinating to follow up on.
As mentioned, Parker Posey isn’t the onlyWhite Lotusseason 3 star to be nominated, but her comedic value distinguishes her from the other two stars.She’s the only character who filled the void left behind by Jennifer Coolidge in some capacity, and she deserves to carry on the mantle as the show’s poster character going forward.
Could Parker Posey’s Victoria Return For The White Lotus Season 4?
The Actress Expressed Willingness To Return
As of now,The White Lotusseason 4exists solely in the brain of showrunner Mike White, with very limited details available. However, HBO renewed the series before season 3 ended, so it will happen. As for Parker Posey’s chances of returning, the actress addressed the possibility in anexclusive interview withScreen Rant.
When asked about returning forThe White Lotusin the future, Posey essentially explained that the decision is in Mike White’s hands. She added, “I’d love to go back to the show and see the aftermath of Tim in prison,” expressing a desire to see the Ratliff family’s fate, but it depends on the story.
